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I'm so disappointed I have to work today -- I would really like to watch television all day long.
I settled for Inauguration Oatmeal. :)
My oatmeal contained:
It felt patriotic and delicious! Yay, America!
So I have terrible Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) in my legs from Sunday's 12.0 miler (ouch, ouch, ouch!). And I have immediate soreness in my arms and back from weightlifting last night. I haven't done weights in so long -- and it definitely shows!
What's Your Mantra?
I was reading some message boards on Cool Runnings last night about running mantras. So many runners have funny mantras; some have super serious mantras. Here are some of the best!
My mantra is "Pain is Temporary, Quitting is Forever." I internally yell it to myself whenever I want to quit on a run.
Do you have a workout mantra? What is it? Do you tend to think positively ("You are AWESOME") or negatively ("Come on, you lazy bum! RUN!") when you are motivating yourself?
Evening, lovelies. Today was a typical Monday in the Boyle household (yayyy)... we worked, went to the gym, went to the grocery store, bought lottery tickets, made dinner, and we're now watching sports/Gossip Girl.
Mid-day snacks included..... the ever-faithful combo of Grape Nuts + yogurt (con blueberries).
Two truffles...
Some crackers. I was in the mode to MINDLESSLY EAT at work (don't you hate that?) so I decided on a few crackers. Maximum hurt for minimal calorie damage (60 calories).
My pre-workout snack included WW toast with a smear of PB.
The gym was uneventful, but it was my first time back since the honeymoon, so I caught up with a few "gym friends" on the recent happenings. I wish I could transition one girl to a REAL friend, but I've kind of put the ball in her court, so we'll see. :) A girl can never have too many friends!
I did 25 minutes on the elliptical and 15 minutes of weight-lifting and ab work. Here are my statistics:
I recently read an article about how a stronger core makes you a fast runner, so I am much, much more motivated to do ab work now! I did a mixture of planks, side planks, crunches, and X Obliques.
After shopping, I headed to the kitchen to cut up the fresh fruit. Isn't it strange how you can never fit all of the fruit into the tupperware? Especially with melons! I ate this slice to make the rest fit. :)
I tried to re-create the Quinoa Mama Mix I ate at my favorite veggie restaurant on December 30.
I didn't measure while cooking, but this hunk of yummyness included cooked quinoa mixed with:
With a side of broc:
It was pretty good, but the version at Dandelion was better. I think I needed more BBQ sauce (I ran out halfway through cooking!).
Plus a glass of wine for CELEBRATING!
We had the Beringer Merlot. We visited Beringer on our honeymoon, so this wine holds a special place in our hearts.
Can you guess what we are celebrating? :) Hint: no one is preggers!
It's only my second day back to work and it seems like the poo is already hitting the fan. I wish I was in Napa on my honeymoon. :(
So, yes -- my dad raced a 125 mile bike race yesterday! How cool is that? He does tons of crazy long distance races during which he has to sleep on the side of the road and whatnot. I got my athleticism from my pap! Here's his sweet bike (its actually a tricycle):
Lunch was an easy and healthy version of a quesadilla.
My quesadella (which I pressed in the George Foreman) included:
It was pretty unique and delicious tasting! Go George Foreman!
With some celery and carrots on the side...
Back to the grind!
What's your favorite part of your job? What's your least favorite? My favorite part is the creative writing I get to do (sometimes; mostly it's just technical stuff). My least favorite part is being removed from office politics since I work from home.
Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! How are you, matey? I'm feeling very pirate-ish today -- after all, I'm announcing my Gasparilla 1/2 Marathon Training Program!
(Gasparilla is a pirate-themed event in Tampa.)
But before the training schedule -- a shout out to my dad, who completed a 125-mile bike race yesterday. Go Dad!
Also, Husband and I had breakfast together this morning -- it's his first day back to school. Only 2 semester to go after this one is finished -- yayyyy! We kind of just sat around the table complaining about how we wished we were in Napa instead.
I made Husband and omelet, bacon, toast, and a fruit salad, but I had French Toast.
And maple syrup for dipping. I also enjoyed a lovely fruit salad....
Mmmm!
Run the Plank Gasparilla 1/2 Marathon Training Program
Here is my training schedule for my upcoming half marathon, which is on March 1. I used Hal Higdon's plans as a basis for this plan. I was also careful to keep my weekly mileage increases to approximately 10%, unless it is following a taper week (and then it is a 20% increase from the taper week mileage).
Week 0 represents my running last week on my honeymoon. I used that as a basis for my schedule.
| Week | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tues | Wed | Th | Fri |
| 0 | 5.5 | Rest | 3.5 | 7 | Rest | Rest | 5 |
| 1 | Rest | 12 | Cross | Rest | 4 | 8X400 | Rest |
| 2 | 5k Race | 10 | Cross | 4 | Rest | Rest | 4 |
| 3 | Rest | 11 | Cross | Rest | 5 | 8X400 | 4 |
| 4 | 10K Race | 5 | Cross | Rest | 4 | Rest | 4 |
| 5 | Rest | 9 | Cross | Rest | 5 | 8X400 | 5 |
| 6 | Rest | 10 | Cross | Rest | 6 | 8X400 | 5 |
| 7 | Rest | 12 | Cross | Rest | 4 | Cross | Rest |
| 8 | Rest | RACE |
Notes:
Total Miles = 180.3
8x400 = Speedwork (8 sets of 400 meter sprints)
Cross = Elliptical, Swimming, or Bike
Have a wonderful day!
After my 12.0 miler, I didn't want to do much besides rest and eat. I did take James on a 20 minute walk around the neighborhood to wear him out and move my legs a little more (they were starting to feel stiff). Maggie doesn't "do" walks so I left her at home under a blankie.
I pretty much continuously ate through the afternoon -- after all, I had a 1,000 calorie deficit to make up! I don't even think I'm close though! And I'm stuffed!
Two eggs, sunny side up on an English muffin with two slices of Canadian bacon.
Two chocolate truffles...
Cantaloupe...
Cabot cheese and crackers...
And about 1 cup of Grape Nuts and a load of blueberries in skim milk...
Stayed tuned for my half marathon training program, which I'll post tomorrow!
Out of curiosity, do you sign up for a race wayyy in advance or wait until the last minute? I sign up about 1 month before usually, unless its a popular one that can sell out.
Afternoon! We're starting to get settled for the Eagles game. I hope they win, and its Steelers and Eagles in the Superbowl!
I set out on my long, long run around 12 PM and didn't return for more than 2 hours! I nearly squeezed out a half marathon distance. In total, I ran 12.0 miles.
Before I left, I wrapped five Powerade Gel Blasts in a ziploc bag and put it my pocket.
Five of the Chew Blasts have 110 calories. I always take a snack with me on runs longer than 8 or 9 miles.
After using Google Earth to map out a 6.0-mile path (I prefer out-and-back routes to loops), I set out on my 12.0-mile journey.
I started to hit the wall around Mile 9.0. I was just sick of running! And I had more than 3.0 miles to go. I stopped to walk for about 30 seconds and stretched, and then I just tried to zone out to my iPod. After doing some mentally fidgeting around mile 10.0, I listened to a Lady Gaga and a Britney song and finished strong.
Here are my statistics:
The rest of day is going to require a LOT of refueling, so I'll probably eat 2 HUGE snacks before a HUGE dinner. :)
After getting home, I had a Muscle Milk Light Smoothie with 1 scoop and 1 cup milk.
I took a shower and then Huz and I set to work making lunch.
We used our new George Foreman to press a turkey, spinach, and cheddar sammie.
About 1/2 cup Grape Nuts and NF plain yogurt....
Some cherries and pickles...
So, my new Asics felt great! So much more padding than my old New Balances. I usually get what I call "Stop/Start Pain" when I take walking breaks during my run, but not today!!
Yay!!
What's your favorite exercise gear? I love my running skirt... and of course, my iPod!
